1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Lancia | MCC |
| Model | Delta | Smart |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
